John Deere GT242

The John Deere GT242 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 422 cc 25.8 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 14 hp / 10.4 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq E0905. Operating weight: 445 lbs*Weight of tractor only. 201 kg.

Overview

	1993 - 1998 GT200 SeriesGarden tractor GT200 Series Garden tractor

Production
Manufacturer	John Deere
Garden tractor
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA
Original price was $3,999 in 1995

John Deere GT242 Engine
14HP Kawasaki 422cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	2.75 gal 10.4 L
Engine details ...

John Deere GT242 Transmission
6-speed gear
Transmission details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Internal wet disc brakes
Open operator station.

Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO	independent
Clutch	electric

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	47.75 inches 121 cm
Weight	445 lbs 201 kg
Front tire	16x6.50-8
Rear tire	23x10.50-12
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	flywheel alternator
Charging amps	13
Battery CCA	295
Battery volts	12
Battery Group	U1

References
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 1996, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 1997, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 1998, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1994, by John Deere
John Deere Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1995
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1998, by John Deere
Lawn & Grounds Care Sales Manual published in 1997, by John Deere*
*Publication contains known errors.

Engine

Engine Detail — 422 cc / 25.8 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Kawasaki FC420V
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Displacement	422 cc 25.8 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.50x2.68 inches 89 x 68 mm
Power	14 hp 10.4 kW
Fuel system	carburetor
Air cleaner	paper and foam
Compression	8.3:1
Idle RPM	1400-3350
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	1.5 qts 1.4 L

Transmission

Transmission — Tuff Torq E0905

Transmission	Tuff Torq E0905
Type	belt-driven gear
Gears	6 forward and 1 reverse
Oil capacity	3.4 qts 3.2 L

Dimensions

John Deere GT242 Tires
Lawn/turf front	16x6.50-8
Lawn/turf rear	23x10.50-12

Dimensions
Wheelbase	47.75 inches 121 cm
Length	69 inches 175 cm
Width	39 inches 99 cm
Height	43 inches 109 cm
Weight	445 lbs*Weight of tractor only. 201 kg
Front tread	29 inches 73 cm
Rear tread	28.5/30.75 inches 72/78 cm

Attachments

Attachment overview
38" mid-mount mower deck
44" mid-mount mower deck
48" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade
The GT242 was compatible with the M03262X 30-inch mechanical tiller.

Photos

John Deere GT242

John Deere GT242